Press Releases Archives - Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Drone Shows to Light Up the Sky at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Saturday, Jan. 17

Updated January 7, 2026 Posted January 6, 2026

In addition to the dolphins, a nurse shark, five yellow-footed tortoises, a red-footed tortoise and several tropical birds will make their homes at CMA

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Welcomes Two Bottlenose Dolphins: Star and Squirt

Posted December 19, 2025

In addition to the dolphins, a nurse shark, five yellow-footed tortoises, a red-footed tortoise and several tropical birds will make their homes at CMA

Hoppy Holidays with Pouch Pals Baby Roo Encounter at CMA

Updated December 19, 2025 Posted December 15, 2025

Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and a special surprise guest are making a festive stop at Clearwater Marine Aquarium this holiday season! Families are invited to join the jolly crew for Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Santa and Friends Visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium for a Magical Holiday Morning, Dec. 20

Updated December 19, 2025 Posted December 11, 2025

First North Atlantic Right Whale Calves Documented of 2025-2026 Season

Updated December 9, 2025 Posted December 8, 2025

The first North Atlantic right whales of the 2025-2026 calving season have been spotted by researchers from Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI). The sighting marks a critical milestone at the start of the annual calving season, which begins each November. With another being spotted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservations Commission (FWC), this brings the total calves spotted to three.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Welcomes Three New Manatee Patients

Posted November 11, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) has officially reopened its Manatee Rehabilitation Center and welcomed its first new patients of the year—three juvenile manatees named Sabal, Orchid, and Vora. The reopening marks a major milestone for CMA, after more than a year of closure due to extensive hurricane damage, sustaining over $2.5 million in damages from Hurricanes Helene and Milton during the 2024 season.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Reports Record Breaking Sea Turtle Nest Season Results

Updated December 9, 2025 Posted November 7, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is celebrating a historic milestone following its most successful sea turtle nesting season on record, running from May through October.

Right Whale Festival, With Theme “Untangling the Truth,” Returns to Amelia Island Nov. 1-2

Posted October 23, 2025

The beloved Right Whale Festival returns to Main Beach Park on Amelia Island this Nov. 1–2, bringing a weekend packed with fun, education, and conservation-focused activities for all ages. Kicking off at 10 a.m. daily, this year’s festival will feature over 100 exhibitors, live music, hands-on ocean-themed activities, arts and crafts, food trucks, and life-sized whale models provided by Clearwater Marine Aquarium.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Presents Whale Expert Dr. Michael J. Moore at Marine Life Speaker Series

Posted October 23, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium is proud to host the next installment of Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Dolphin Tale Theater. This dynamic evening will feature world-renowned veterinary scientist and right whale expert, Dr. Michael J. Moore, from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.

Trick or Treat with the Fishes as Clearwater Marine Aquarium Hosts Halloween Spookquarium Oct. 31

Posted October 14, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium will transform into a Halloween Spookquarium Friday, Oct. 31from 3 – 6 p.m., as it hosts a family-friendly evening of eerie excitement and Halloween fun to create memories with family and friends.